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GX18 VDJ

2018 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,401 mi
Last recorded61,401 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX18 VDJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 61,401 miles

Offside door mirror cover missing

Fail 30 Apr 2026 61,401 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/5515 inner edge slick and worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking and punctured (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slick and worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside door mirror cover missing

advise alignment check due to adverse tyre wear

Pass 25 Mar 2025 50,485 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/5515 inner edge slick (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slick and feathering (5.2.3 (e))

advise alignment check due to adverse tyre wear

Pass 9 Apr 2024 39,380 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 33,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 28,322 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 20,301 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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GX18 VDJ is a 2018 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX18 VDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX18 VDJ registered?

GX18 VDJ is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 March 2018.

Is GX18 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX18 VDJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GX18 VDJ have outstanding finance?

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